Category Archives: NZ Construction News

Apprentices prove to be Black Steel Mobile’s secret weapon Attracting and retaining talent is an industry-wide challenge – but for Auckland-based steel fabricators Black Steel Mobile (BSM), an innovative apprenticeship programme holds the key to success. Developed as an antidote to a national shortage of fabricators, according to BSM general manager Steve Powell the programmeContinue reading “MORE THAN PLUGGING SKILL GAPS…”

INNOVATIVE NZ GLULAM TIMBER SOLUTIONS SUPPORT A SUSTAINABLE BUILD Engineered timber specialist, Prolam, is carving a reputation for innovation as the company behind two New Zealand-first glulam structural timber solutions – the PLX20 Beam and PLX Portal. Prolam managing director, John Woodman, who founded the Nelson-based business in 2002, says a commitment to products thatContinue reading “Simplifying construction…”

LEADING THE CHARGE’ IN PROTECTING NEW ZEALAND’S HVACR EQUIPMENT In the dynamic landscape of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) solutions in New Zealand, Blygold emerges as a frontrunner, says managing director Mark Weir, offering robust corrosion protection tailored for the unique challenges of the region. “With a specialised focus on round tube plateContinue reading “BLYGOLD COATINGS…”

NAVIGATING CHALLENGES AND SHAPING THE FUTURE The construction industry is facing a perfect storm: high interest rates, continued inflationary pressures and a cost-of-living crisis. But amidst these everyday struggles, there’s also a critical shortage of skilled workers and a wave of imminent Government changes impacting the sector. Navigating this storm is no easy feat, butContinue reading “BUILDNZ 2024…”

Vekta Automation and SMC sharpen up the partnership Best described as a customer centric business, Western Australian manufacturing company, Vekta Automation has grown to become what is described as one of the most trusted automated machine suppliers for the timber frame and truss industry – both locally and beyond Australian borders. In 2007, mechatronics engineerContinue reading “THE RAZER EDGE…”

‘Train a BCITO apprentice today’ The building and construction sector needs more skilled workers, and as “New Zealand’s leading sector training provider”, BCITO is calling on employers. Now is the time to review your training programme, so the sector can continue to deliver the homes, schools, and hospitals the country needs. “According to the NewContinue reading “BCITO CALLS ON EMPLOYERS”

Back in 1934, two brothers promised to make the ‘hard yards’ a little easier for hard-working New Zealanders. Having learnt their trade in Auckland, the Daisleys opened their own boot making factory on Khyber Pass Road in Auckland. With farming and industry booming, people needed footwear that could handle the rugged country and harsh conditions.Continue reading “JOHN BULL – shows 90 years of ‘hard yards’ in NZ”

Launching Over 30 New Cordless Products in 2024 Bosch Power Tools announced that over 30 new cordless products debuted in 2024, adding to its cordless tool and accessories lineup. Selections from this new product line, along with returning favourites, were showcased at the 2024 World of Concrete Conference in Las Vegas, US, highlighting what theContinue reading “COMMITMENT TO CORDLESS, CONQUERING CONCRETE AND SUPPORTING”